Hellas Verona appears to be one of the clubs nearest to signing Ruben Akalé, a talented young player whose contract with Lille is due to expire on June 30. Born in 2007, Akalé is considered an appealing prospect for several Italian teams, given his availability on a free transfer this summer, with only a nominal training compensation fee of approximately 100,000 euros required to be paid to Lille. Although Fiorentina had shown interest previously, Hellas Verona and Bologna are currently the frontrunners in securing his signature. Akalé, recognized for his versatility in attacking roles, has also attracted interest from Roma and Juventus. Earlier, despite an offer from Como, Akalé decided to stay in France to complete his education. With renewal negotiations at Lille having come to a halt, his departure seems likely, making him an attractive acquisition for clubs aiming to bolster their youth squads.